Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Montclair

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1. Nami Nori - Montclair

4.8

Exceptional(22)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Montclair

Booked 22 times today

Nami Nori is a casual, Japanese restaurant specializing in open-style temaki hand rolls, located in Montclair. The menu features signature hand rolls, including crunchy varieties, as well as classic versions, and a special vegan section. Japanese-inspired dishes from the kitchen and desserts are also on offer. We accept reservations up to 30 days in advance. Please note that the grace period is 10 minutes for guests who are running late. We kindly ask that guests respect our dinner seating times of 1 hr 30 minutes for parties up to 3 and 2 hours for parties of 4-5, and 2 hr 30 minutes for parties of 6 or more. Featured Menu items:Spicy Crab Dynamite TemakiTuna Poke with Crispy Shallots TemakiAvocado "Toast" TemakiSpicy Tuna Dip with Crispy Rice Chips

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2. Laboratorio Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(2342)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Montclair

Booked 23 times today

Laboratorio Kitchen offers guests a modern atmosphere paired with seasonal food and tender service. We are a BYOB restaurant. Chef/Owner James DeSisto has a seasonal a la carte menu featuring fresh seafood, pasta, steaks, and appetizers. In addition there is a chef’s special menu featuring local and seasonal food from all over NJ, PA, and NY please keep in mind this menu changes weekly. Chef DeSisto also has gluten free and vegan options for guests as well. Our outdoor patio is weather permitting, if we cannot accommodate outside due to weather we will move you inside depending on availability. Some must try’s are the giant meatball, house made pastas, steak au poivre or our delicious day boat scallops!! Do not skip dessert everything from start to finish will be memorable, so come in and enjoy culinary excellence with us!

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3. Ah'Pizz - Montclair

4.6

Exceptional(99)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Montclair

Booked 12 times today

Ah'pizz is a pizza restaurant offering authentic Neapolitan pizza. Many people know a Neapolitan-style pizza when they see one, but don't know what gives its distinctive look and taste. Ah'pizz is more than happy to educate its guests, ensuring diners know exactly why this pizza tastes so good. First, Ah'pizz' red sauce is made with San Marzano tomatoes that have been harvested from the volcanic plains surrounding Mt. Vesuvius. The flour used to make the dough is finely ground imported Italian flour and everything is cooked in an extremely hot wood burning stone oven for no more than ninety seconds.Ah'Pizz menu contains all kinds of classic Italian recipes. There is the traditional marinara made without cheese, the margherita, the salsiccia made with crumbled Italian sausage and the house specialty Uovo made with crisp prosciutto, imported burrata cheese and a roasted egg over a white sauce.

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4. LuNello Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(1144)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cedar Grove

Booked 8 times today

Since 1990, Chef Seger's use of unique ingredients, homemade pastas, and innovative specials has created a loyal following. His modern flair mixed with traditional culinary skills has created a whirlwind of praise. You will not see seafood options on the regular menu for one reason; All our Seafood is wild not farm raised and we carry ONLY what is available and offer them as our daily specials. General Manager Stephanie VoulgarisFloor Manager Henry CalderonSommelier Stephanie VoulgarisLuNello has gone right to the source when purchasing ingredients and each dish reflects the attention placed into its preparation. All our meats in our menu have grown and purchased from meat purveyors that there is no use of antibiotics or hormones. Enticing presentation and courteous and professional staff are integral to LuNello's success. We are also excited to offer Wine Dinners and special events hosted in our private event spaces. We look forward to making your experience with us a special one!

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5. Greek Taverna - Montclair

4.7

Exceptional(582)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Montclair

Booked 6 times today

Set in the suburban splendor of Upper Montclair New Jersey, the culinary prowess of Executive Chef Lefter is what gives Greek Taverna its deserved acclaim. Exquisite selection of fresh fish and seafood as well as a fine selection of carnivorous delights. Complete your fine dining experience with a wonderful assortment of authentic Greek Desserts to top off the evening. BYOB and local liquor store will deliver, Takeout, Delivery, Outdoor seating, Private room, catering.

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6. The Shannon Rose of Clifton

4.3

Awesome(290)

Price: Expensive

• Irish • Clifton

Booked 5 times today

Before you even step foot into The Shannon Rose Irish Pub, the pub-shop exterior architecture and Gaelic phrases will make you feel like you’ve been transported to Dublin. Inside you'll find four bars, large dining rooms, and a friendly staff. In our traditional pub atmosphere, you’ll feel continents away from America! The Shannon Rose features an abundance of mouthwatering appetizers and traditional Irish fare, including corned beef and cabbage, shepherd’s pie, and Guinness beef stew. You'll want to try them all! The pub is open daily for lunch and dinner. Each pub features over 20 beers on tap, including Guinness, craft beers and your favorite domestics, along with great scotch malts, Irish whiskeys, signature cocktails & wine.

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7. Song E Napule - Rutherford

4.8

Exceptional(340)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Rutherford

Booked 12 times today

We're serving the flavors and feeling of an authentic Italian meal right to you. From traditional brick oven pizzas to homemade gnocchi to hearty pastas, every dish is made with care for our customers to savor. Visit us and settle in to absorb the sights, scents, and sounds of our kitchen. We have full liquor license and starting may 15th 2023 we will not offer anymore the BYOB. Thank you!

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8. Benihana - Short Hills, NJ

4.3

Awesome(2567)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Short Hills

Booked 70 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

9. Biggie's

4.9

Exceptional(382)

Price: Moderate

• American • Carlstadt

Booked 7 times today

At Biggie’s we are guided by a set of values and principles, honed by members of our family since 1946, that empower our staff to provide you with an excellent dining experience. Biggie’s has always stood for tradition, quality, consistency, stability and a firm commitment to our customers, our employees, our suppliers and our community.

10. Matisse 167

4.8

Exceptional(1280)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Rutherford

Booked 8 times today

Think of us for artful cuisine and a great dining experience! We are your preferred "Bring Your Own Bottle" BYOB destination for special occasions, milestones, small corporate parties and get togethers. Chef Greg's acclaimed, seasonal four-course Prix-Fixe Menu is offered Wednesday through Sunday evenings. Our garden patio awaits you for a delightful outdoor dining experience. Matisse's elegant main dining room is adorned with Matisse silhouettes and bejeweled chandeliers, and our front dining room displays a Moroccan themed decor. Our team looks forward to providing you and your guests with excellent cuisine, great service, and a special evening to remember!

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Keri
New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was excellent. Every dish we had was better than the last. The appetizers we tried were the tuna crudo, shisitos, mushroom dip, tuna dip, salmon and furikake fries. They were all delicious. The fries were a unique idea and a favorite. The Temaki were unique, delicious, and beautiful. We tried so many of them and I would Order them all again. Faves though were the Tuna, the yellowtail with scallion, the lobster, the fried oyster and the Triple which is a huge splurge. We will Definitely be back!
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Nami Nori - MontclairPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Montclair
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4.8
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debbie
New York City •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always a wonderful experience Services always amazing prices are a little high but well worth it we love coming here.
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Il VillaggioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Carlstadt
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4.9
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Donald
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great food and a lot of fun, great service and I will go back agaIn!
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Benihana - Short Hills, NJPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Short Hills
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4.3
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Elkee
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Had a great experience, our server was fantastic, her name was Bruna. She was very friendly and attentive, would definitely go back.
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Hudson & CoPrice: Expensive• American• Jersey City
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4.6
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LISA
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
They are very accommodating! Specials offered are so different and unique. Portions were perfect and service was exceptional. Highly recommend this Cool joint
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Laboratorio KitchenPrice: Moderate• Italian• Montclair
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4.7

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25 restaurants available nearby

1. Nami Nori - Montclair

2. Laboratorio Kitchen

3. Ah'Pizz - Montclair

4. LuNello Restaurant

5. Greek Taverna - Montclair

6. The Shannon Rose of Clifton

7. Song E Napule - Rutherford

8. Benihana - Short Hills, NJ

9. Biggie's

10. Matisse 167

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